AFA Chairperson Hon. Cornelly Serem has led a high-level delegation of stakeholders in a major agricultural intervention aimed at revitalizing cotton farming in Lamu County through the distribution of 3 tonnes of BT cotton seeds. The initiative, implemented through a collaboration between the Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA) and the County Government of Lamu, is…
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Djibouti is a potential market for Kenyan Miraa, and this visit aims to further boost exports and create economic opportunities for both countries.
Miraa (Khat) is a popular stimulant that is mainly grown in the Mt Kenya region. About 80% of locally produced miraa is consumed locally, while 20% is exported, mainly to Somalia. Different grades of miraa are grown locally, with consumers having their preferences based on various factors, primarily taste and price. However, miraa’s grades have…
The Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA) is excited to announce the hosting of the National Pyrethrum Solar Dryer Launch and Farmers’ Field Day, at John Koske’s Farm, near Gacharage Shopping Centre, Sirikwa Ward, Kuresoi North, Nakuru County on Wednesday, August 7th, 2024. The Field Day aims to bring together pyrethrum farmers, agricultural experts, and stakeholders…